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UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide UVCS Conveyors with BlueWave AX-550 LED Flood Arrays ® ▪ Instructions for Safe Use ▪ Setup and Operation ▪ Maintenance ▪ Spare Parts and Accessories...
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System designs enable stand-alone configuration or integration into your existing assembly line. Please note that most dispensing and curing system applications are unique. Dymax does not warrant the fitness of the product for the intended application. Any warranty applicable to the product, its application and use is strictly limited to that contained in the Dymax standard Conditions of Sale.
UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Contents Introduction .............................. 4 Introduction to the User Guide ..........................4 Where to Get Help ..............................4 Safety ................................ 4 Product Overview ............................. 5 Description of UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyors ..................... 5 Assembly and Setup ..........................6 Unpacking and Inspecting Your Shipment ........................
Intended Audience Dymax prepared this user guide for experienced process engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel. If you are new to UV light sources and do not understand the instructions, contact Dymax Application Engineering to answer your questions before using the equipment.
Product Overview Description of UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyors Dymax UVCS LED light-curing conveyor systems use high-intensity light sources for fast curing of light- curable materials. UVCS bench-top conveyors can be outfitted with BlueWave® AX-550 LED flood systems available in one of three different wavelengths (365, 385, or 405 nm). The flood system consists of two main components: an LED flood array and a power supply that contains the user interface.
Open each box and check for equipment damage. If parts are damaged, notify the shipper and submit a claim for the damaged parts. Contact Dymax so that new parts can be shipped to you immediately. Check that the parts included in your order match those listed below. If parts are missing, contact your local Dymax representative or Dymax Customer Support to resolve the problem.
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UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Figure 1. Conveyor Components Cradle and BlueWave® AX-550 Systems Light Curtain Drive Motor Cradle Riser and Adjustment Locks Counterbalance Strut Belt Adjustment Conveyor Control Panel NOTE: Four flood system configuration show.
UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Setup Conveyor Setup 1. Carefully remove all containers from the crate. 2. Remove the conveyor system last to prevent damage to other contents. 3. Remove the protective coverings from the conveyor. Place the conveyor on the conveyor rolling cart or on a stable work surface.
UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Flood System Installation You will need to use the supplied Hex wrench and a small Philips screwdriver to install the BlueWave® AX- 550 systems. All configurations have the cradle pre-assembled at the factory. Emitters are installed onto the cradle first and locked in place by screws prior to installing controllers.
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UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Two Flood System Two flood system configurations use a dual-emitter base structure to provide the best uniformity of UV energy at the target. The dual emitter can be configured in perpendicular or in-line with the conveyor travel direction.
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UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Perpendicular Dual-Head Emitter For the best installation, it is recommended that the dual-head emitter be assembled with two controllers on the bare cradle. 1. Remove any shielding plates by removing the four mounting screws from the cradle and set aside.
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UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide 3. Lower the two controllers onto the emitters carefully (Figure 10). Figure 10. Lower Controllers onto Emitters 4. Install one screw on either side of the forward body of the emitter. Figure 11. Install Screws...
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UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide 5. Use a screwdriver to tighten the screws and slide the assembly rearward to expose the rear screw locations. 6. Install the rear screws. Figure 13. Install Rear Screws Figure 14. Closeup of Rear Screw 7.
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UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Four Flood System 1. Lower the two dual head emitters onto the UVCS cradle. Figure 16. Lower the Dual-Head Emitters 2. Install two screws to hold the emitter to the cradle on either end of the cradle.
UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Figure 19. Install 4 Screws Figure 20. Closeup of Screw Wiring LED Control Switch To control the BlueWave® AX-550’s ON and OFF states for irradiation, connect the trigger wires from the LED control switch to the TRIGGER pins on the BlueWave® AX-550’s terminal block trigger input. The terminal block has friction lock wire interface that will accept the crimped ferrule installed on the LED control wire assemblies by pressing them firmly into place.
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UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Figure 23. Trigger Pins 13 and 14 Installed Figure 24. LED Control Switch Wiring LED Control Wire Assemblies LED Control Switch...
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UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Figure 25. Top View of BlueWave® AX-550 Showing Terminal Block Figure 26. Schematic, Control Switch Wiring to Controllers CON_PLC_AX550_1 CON_PLC_AX550_2 CON_PLC_AX550_3 CON_PLC_AX550_4 1A2A 1A2A 1A2A 1A2A 1823748 1823748 1823748 1823748 Switch Box...
UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Operating the Conveyor The conveyor and the BlueWave® AX-550(s) each have a power cable that needs to be plugged into a wall outlet. The flood lamps have a power switch located on the top of the unit. The conveyor also has a power switch, located on the front panel.
UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide LED System Height Adjustment The conveyor system uses a simple height management structure using a specially designed cradle and carriage system for ease of height adjustment. The main parts are shown below. Figure 29. Height Management Structure...
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UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Height Range and Working Distance Height Range The conveyor tunnel clearance height maximum is 4.5” (114 mm) when the cradle is all the way up. When the cradle is all the way down the conveyor tunnel clearance is 1.5” (75 mm).
UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Operating the LED Light Operating Modes There are three basic operating modes for the BlueWave® AX-550 flood system: manual, timer, and PLC. PLC and timer modes are not recommended for use with a conveyor.
UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Validation Tests should be conducted prior to production to determine the time and light intensity required to fully cure your resin. The following approaches may be used to validate the curing process. Set Exposure Time, Determine Intensity Users can specify an exposure time and, through empirical testing, determine the intensity required and duration of exposure to achieve a full cure.
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UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Figure 32. Two M4x8 Figure 33. M4x25 Screw Figure 34. Three M4x8 Screws Screws 4. Remove all tension from the belt by fully backing off the belt-tension adjustment knobs (Figure 31). 5. Position the belt splice to the end of the conveyor (Figure 35). Remove the fiberglass rod that ties the ends of the belt together (Figure 36).
13. Verify that there is proper clearance between the belt’s seam and the pinch guard (Figure 39). If the pinch guard is too close to the belt, contact Dymax for a replacement pinch guard. Figure 39. Verify Pinch Guard...
The BlueWave® AX-550 flood system constantly verifies its performance. If a problem is detected, a diagnostic screen is displayed. Refer to the BlueWave® AX-550 User Guide for error code definition. Please take note of the contents of the screen and contact Dymax for support. Table 1. Troubleshooting – BlueWave® AX-550 Issues Problem Possible Cause...
UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Table 2. Troubleshooting – Conveyor Issues Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Conveyor not operating Main line circuit breaker Toggle power switch off, then on, to reset the circuit deployed breaker. Check the amp rating of the breaker.
Ultraviolet (UV) - The invisible region of the spectrum just beyond the violet end of the visible region. Wavelength ranges in general from 1.0 to 400 nm. Dymax Arrays do not radiate energy in deep ultraviolet; there are very minute amounts below 220 nm and practically nothing can be sensed below 200 nm. This is due to the use of ozone-blocking quartz bulb envelope (See Ozone).
UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Warranty From date of purchase, Dymax Corporation offers a one-year warranty against defects in material and workmanship on all system components (excluding LED array) with proof of purchase and purchase date. Unauthorized repair, modification, or improper use of equipment may void your warranty benefits. The use of aftermarket replacement parts not supplied or approved by Dymax Corporation will void any effective warranties and may result in damage to the equipment.
UVCS LED Light-Curing Conveyor Systems User Guide Index Adjustments Glossary, 32 Belt Tracking Adjustment, 24 Height Range, 21 Intensity Adjustment, 23 Help, 4 Lamp Height Adjustment, 20 LED Control Switch, 15 Assembly and Setup, 6 Maintenance, 24 Belt Replacement, 24...
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